As Trinidad and Tobago’s high-energy capital cradled between coastline and lush mountains, Port of Spain welcomes you with its vibrant Carnival, historic mansions and bustling markets. Stroll along the city’s vast public park known as Queen’s Park Savannah, head to the Royal Botanic Garden for a meditative moment amongst tropical plants and flowers or make your way to Fort George for sweeping views of the city.
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Explore Port of Spain’s top attractions with our Flight & Hotel packages. Discover the Magnificent Seven, a group of historic mansions of varying architectural styles that offer insight into the city’s history or travel a short distance to Maracas Beach for swaying palms, golden sands and delicious street food stalls.
Port of Spain travel guide
Destination facts
Language
The official language of Port of Spain is English.
When to visit
The best time to visit Port of Spain is during its dry season, which falls between mid-January and March, which usually lines up with Carnival season.
What to bring back
Make sure to leave some room in your luggage for colourful Carnival memorabilia such as masks or figurines, tons of savoury spices, local gemstone jewellery and steelpan instruments.
What to eat
No trip to Port of Spain would be complete without sampling curry duck with a side of rice or roti, doubles, sweet cassava pone dessert, soursop ice cream and more. You can also have your fill of fresh coconut water at Queen’s Park Savannah.
Fun fact
Did you know that Port of Spain is the birthplace of steelpan music? The steelpan is so beloved that it’s considered Trinidad and Tobago’s national instrument and is the heart and soul of Carnival.
Important info
For more information on all necessary travel documents and more, check Air Canada’s Travel Requirements page and the Government of Canada’s Travel and Tourism website.
